Emily Tong Researchers at the University of California San Diego are launching what may be the most ambitious breathwork study in scientific history. Led by Dr. Fadel Zeidan, a neuroscientist known for his pioneering work on meditation and pain, the study will use high-resolution functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to map exactly how specific breathing exercises affect … Read more
A peer-reviewed study published in Scientific Reports (Nature Portfolio) has revealed that just 10 weeks of structured yoga practice produced measurable changes in immune function and metabolic health in medical students — a population known for chronically elevated stress levels and compromised wellbeing. The findings offer a compelling window into yoga’s potential as a frontline … Read more
A groundbreaking study published in JAMA Psychiatry has revealed that yoga can significantly accelerate recovery from opioid withdrawal when combined with standard medical treatment. The research shows that adding yoga to buprenorphine therapy reduces median recovery time from nine days to just five days—a dramatic improvement that offers hope to individuals struggling with opioid use … Read more
Florida’s yoga community is gearing up for one of its most anticipated gatherings of the year. The DeLand Yoga Fest returns for 2026 on April 25–26, bringing together 28 instructors, live music, sound baths, and free community classes to DeLand, Florida — a city increasingly making its mark on the national yoga festival circuit. As … Read more
From elementary school classrooms in California to secondary schools in the UK, a quiet revolution is underway in education. Yoga and mindfulness programs are entering schools at an unprecedented rate — and the research behind this movement is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore. As childhood anxiety, ADHD diagnoses, and mental health referrals continue to rise … Read more